Georgia Southern's defense stepped up late as they upset Old Dominion, 49-35, on Saturday to advance to the FCS semifinals for the third consecutive year.

Georgia Southern will have another shot at North Dakota State in the semifinals this season as they defeated Old Dominion, 49-35, to earn a rematch of last year's loss to the Bison.

Eric Ferguson scored 18 points on 7-of-9 shooting from the field to lead Georgia Southern over Brewton Parker, 79-56, on Saturday.

The Panthers pulled away from the Hornets late to register an 86-58 win at home.

The Eagles face the Monarchs in the quarterfinals of the FCS playoffs.

There could be a lot of points scored in the FCS playoff game between Georgia Southern and Old Dominion on Saturday. Both teams rank among the nation's top 10 in total offense.

While the Georgia Southern Eagles are set to play the Old Dominion Monarchs on Saturday, their athletic department may be pondering a move to the FBS level of college football.

The Georgia Southern Eagles look to advance to within one game of the FCS championship game, but they'll have their hands full with Old Dominion.

The Georgia Southern Eagles are getting ready for a playoff rematch against the Old Dominion Monarchs this Saturday. The Eagles beat ODU 55-48 last season.

Georgia Southern's football coach is one of five finalists for the LIberty Mutual Coach of the Year award.